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Euphoria Creator Honors Fallen Stars at Season 3 Premiere
9 Apr
Summary
- Creator Sam Levinson dedicated the final season to Angus Cloud, Eric Dane, and Kevin Turen.
- Levinson spoke about the challenges of continuing without Cloud and Dane.
- The final season jumps five years into the future, starting with Rue in Mexico.
The creator of Euphoria, Sam Levinson, honored the late Angus Cloud and Eric Dane at the season three premiere in Los Angeles. Levinson delivered a five-minute speech at the TCL Chinese Theatre, dedicating the show's third and final season to Cloud, Dane, and producer Kevin Turen. He acknowledged that a significant portion of the delay between seasons was spent finding a way to respect those they had lost.
Levinson shared his personal grief, mentioning his fight to keep Angus Cloud clean and reflecting on how death gives life meaning. He also recalled his sadness over Eric Dane's passing earlier in 2026. HBO released a statement expressing their deep sorrow over Dane's death, noting his talent and wishing his loved ones comfort.
Despite his ALS diagnosis, Eric Dane completed filming for season three before his death on February 19, 2026. The upcoming season of Euphoria will feature a five-year time jump. The narrative picks up with Rue south of the border in Mexico, facing debt to Laurie and devising innovative repayment strategies. Sydney Sweeney recently described filming the show's wrap as bittersweet, cherishing the family-like atmosphere with the crew.
